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Since our establishment in 1956, Whyalla Players Inc. has been the premier theatre company in Whyalla, South Australia.

Whether you’re a seasoned theatre enthusiast or just looking for a fun, memorable outlet for your artistic skills, Whyalla Players Inc. is the place for you.

Experience one of our performances and you’ll understand what makes Whyalla Players Inc. such a special part of the Whyalla community!

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UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS

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THE HYSTERICAL HISTORY OF THE TROJAN WAR – youth theatre production

The Trojan War has never been so funny! Meet all the typical Greek mythological characters, but not how you expect them!

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blood brothers

Blood Brothers is a rag to riches story that makes a haunting musical tragedy of our time.

Mrs Johnstone, deserted by her husband and with a houseful of kids to feed, finds she is expecting twins, whom she cannot possibly afford to keep!

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May 1

"I'm not superstitious, the mother said" June 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th - 7:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blood-brothers-tickets-599300222097 Presented by Whyalla Players Inc., Willy Russell’s smash hit musical Blood Brothers is the hilarious, provocative and heartbreaking show that tells the unforgettable story of the Johnstone twins. Mrs Johnstone, deserted by her husband and with a houseful of kids to feed, finds she is expecting twins, whom she cannot possibly afford to keep. She cleans for the childless Mrs Lyons who, learning of her plight, begs one of her twins from her at birth. The two boys grow up streets apart, never learning the truth but becoming firm friends (and in love with the same girl) despite their differing backgrounds and the attempts of Mrs Lyons to keep them apart. Mickey Johnstone loses his job, marries the girl, turns to crime and becomes dependent on tranquilisers. Edward Lyons prospers, goes to university and turns Councillor. But the Narrator, intruding like “Fate”, warns that a “price has to be paid” – the final fulfilment of the prophecy/superstition that twins parted at birth will die on the day they find out their heritage. Director: Tina Wagner; Choreographer: Jai Golding; Vocal Director: Alexander Ian.R; Producer: Steve Coles; Music Director: Chris West; Repetiteur: Peter Brown Featuring: Rachel Hopkin, Tracey Warncken, Alexander Ian.R, Adam Smith, Logan Wagner, Samuel Mills, Caitlyn Utting, Jack Smith, Helen Coles, Jackie Golding, Nathan Grund, Natoma Harris, Chris Scanlon, Kieron Scanlon. * TWO ACT MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE WITH LIVE BAND * Doors open 6:45pm. Patrons to be seated by 7:25pm. Performance commences 7:30pm. Lockout period applies for patrons arriving after 7:25pm until suitable gap in performance. BLOOD BROTHERS - Book, Music and Lyrics by WILLY RUSSELL. An amateur production by arrangement with ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL on behalf of Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. @origintheatrical #origintheatrical #whyallaplayers #whyallalefthandclub #livetheatre #liveband #whyalla #bloodbrothersmusical #willyrussell

May 1

"You're walkin' on pavement cracks" June 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th - 7:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blood-brothers-tickets-599300222097 Presented by Whyalla Players Inc., Willy Russell’s smash hit musical Blood Brothers is the hilarious, provocative and heartbreaking show that tells the unforgettable story of the Johnstone twins. Mrs Johnstone, deserted by her husband and with a houseful of kids to feed, finds she is expecting twins, whom she cannot possibly afford to keep. She cleans for the childless Mrs Lyons who, learning of her plight, begs one of her twins from her at birth. The two boys grow up streets apart, never learning the truth but becoming firm friends (and in love with the same girl) despite their differing backgrounds and the attempts of Mrs Lyons to keep them apart. Mickey Johnstone loses his job, marries the girl, turns to crime and becomes dependent on tranquilisers. Edward Lyons prospers, goes to university and turns Councillor. But the Narrator, intruding like “Fate”, warns that a “price has to be paid” – the final fulfilment of the prophecy/superstition that twins parted at birth will die on the day they find out their heritage. Director: Tina Wagner; Choreographer: Jai Golding; Vocal Director: Alexander Ian.R; Producer: Steve Coles; Music Director: Chris West; Repetiteur: Peter Brown Featuring: Rachel Hopkin, Tracey Warncken, Alexander Ian.R, Adam Smith, Logan Wagner, Samuel Mills, Caitlyn Utting, Jack Smith, Helen Coles, Jackie Golding, Nathan Grund, Natoma Harris, Chris Scanlon, Kieron Scanlon. * TWO ACT MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE WITH LIVE BAND * Doors open 6:45pm. Patrons to be seated by 7:25pm. Performance commences 7:30pm. Lockout period applies for patrons arriving after 7:25pm until suitable gap in performance. BLOOD BROTHERS - Book, Music and Lyrics by WILLY RUSSELL. An amateur production by arrangement with ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL on behalf of Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. @origintheatrical #origintheatrical #whyallaplayers #whyallalefthandclub #livetheatre #liveband #whyalla #bloodbrothersmusical #willyrussell

May 1

"I will always defend my brother!" June 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th - 7:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blood-brothers-tickets-599300222097 Presented by Whyalla Players Inc., Willy Russell’s smash hit musical Blood Brothers is the hilarious, provocative and heartbreaking show that tells the unforgettable story of the Johnstone twins. Mrs Johnstone, deserted by her husband and with a houseful of kids to feed, finds she is expecting twins, whom she cannot possibly afford to keep. She cleans for the childless Mrs Lyons who, learning of her plight, begs one of her twins from her at birth. The two boys grow up streets apart, never learning the truth but becoming firm friends (and in love with the same girl) despite their differing backgrounds and the attempts of Mrs Lyons to keep them apart. Mickey Johnstone loses his job, marries the girl, turns to crime and becomes dependent on tranquilisers. Edward Lyons prospers, goes to university and turns Councillor. But the Narrator, intruding like “Fate”, warns that a “price has to be paid” – the final fulfilment of the prophecy/superstition that twins parted at birth will die on the day they find out their heritage. Director: Tina Wagner; Choreographer: Jai Golding; Vocal Director: Alexander Ian.R; Producer: Steve Coles; Music Director: Chris West; Repetiteur: Peter Brown Featuring: Rachel Hopkin, Tracey Warncken, Alexander Ian.R, Adam Smith, Logan Wagner, Samuel Mills, Caitlyn Utting, Jack Smith, Helen Coles, Jackie Golding, Nathan Grund, Natoma Harris, Chris Scanlon, Kieron Scanlon. * TWO ACT MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE WITH LIVE BAND * Doors open 6:45pm. Patrons to be seated by 7:25pm. Performance commences 7:30pm. Lockout period applies for patrons arriving after 7:25pm until suitable gap in performance. BLOOD BROTHERS - Book, Music and Lyrics by WILLY RUSSELL. An amateur production by arrangement with ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL on behalf of Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. @origintheatrical #origintheatrical #whyallaplayers #whyallalefthandclub #livetheatre #liveband #whyalla #bloodbrothersmusical #willyrussell

May 1

"And maybe if you counted ten and kept your fingers crossed, it would all be just a game and no one would have lost" June 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th - 7:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blood-brothers-tickets-599300222097 Presented by Whyalla Players Inc., Willy Russell’s smash hit musical Blood Brothers is the hilarious, provocative and heartbreaking show that tells the unforgettable story of the Johnstone twins. Mrs Johnstone, deserted by her husband and with a houseful of kids to feed, finds she is expecting twins, whom she cannot possibly afford to keep. She cleans for the childless Mrs Lyons who, learning of her plight, begs one of her twins from her at birth. The two boys grow up streets apart, never learning the truth but becoming firm friends (and in love with the same girl) despite their differing backgrounds and the attempts of Mrs Lyons to keep them apart. Mickey Johnstone loses his job, marries the girl, turns to crime and becomes dependent on tranquilisers. Edward Lyons prospers, goes to university and turns Councillor. But the Narrator, intruding like “Fate”, warns that a “price has to be paid” – the final fulfilment of the prophecy/superstition that twins parted at birth will die on the day they find out their heritage. Director: Tina Wagner; Choreographer: Jai Golding; Vocal Director: Alexander Ian.R; Producer: Steve Coles; Music Director: Chris West; Repetiteur: Peter Brown Featuring: Rachel Hopkin, Tracey Warncken, Alexander Ian.R, Adam Smith, Logan Wagner, Samuel Mills, Caitlyn Utting, Jack Smith, Helen Coles, Jackie Golding, Nathan Grund, Natoma Harris, Chris Scanlon, Kieron Scanlon. * TWO ACT MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE WITH LIVE BAND * Doors open 6:45pm. Patrons to be seated by 7:25pm. Performance commences 7:30pm. Lockout period applies for patrons arriving after 7:25pm until suitable gap in performance. BLOOD BROTHERS - Book, Music and Lyrics by WILLY RUSSELL. An amateur production by arrangement with ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL on behalf of Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. @origintheatrical #origintheatrical #whyallaplayers #whyallalefthandclub #livetheatre #liveband #whyalla #bloodbrothersmusical #willyrussell

Apr 25

#whyallaplayers #musical #intothewoodsmusical #communitytheatre #sondheim

Apr 1

Congratulations to our Cast and Crew for hosting a fabulously entertaining night of One Act Plays with the view to raise funds for Wellness Sisters .
Our event raised a lovely $1800 !!! Our absolute gratitude to the many local Businesses and individuals listed below whom generously donated prizes for our Raffle Fundraiser and to Whyalla Accounting, Whyalla Left Hand Club and The Pickled One whose cash donations boosted our fundraising tally.

Mar 28

June 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th - 7:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blood-brothers-tickets-599300222097 Presented by Whyalla Players Inc., Willy Russell’s smash hit musical Blood Brothers is the hilarious, provocative and heartbreaking show that tells the unforgettable story of the Johnstone twins. Mrs Johnstone, deserted by her husband and with a houseful of kids to feed, finds she is expecting twins, whom she cannot possibly afford to keep. She cleans for the childless Mrs Lyons who, learning of her plight, begs one of her twins from her at birth. The two boys grow up streets apart, never learning the truth but becoming firm friends (and in love with the same girl) despite their differing backgrounds and the attempts of Mrs Lyons to keep them apart. Mickey Johnstone loses his job, marries the girl, turns to crime and becomes dependent on tranquilisers. Edward Lyons prospers, goes to university and turns Councillor. But the Narrator, intruding like “Fate”, warns that a “price has to be paid” – the final fulfilment of the prophecy/superstition that twins parted at birth will die on the day they find out their heritage. Director: Tina Wagner; Choreographer: Jai Golding; Vocal Director: Alexander Ian.R; Producer: Steve Coles; Music Director: Chris West; Repetiteur: Peter Brown Featuring: Rachel Hopkin, Tracey Warncken, Alexander Ian.R, Adam Smith, Logan Wagner, Samuel Mills, Caitlyn Utting, Jack Smith, Helen Coles, Jackie Golding, Nathan Grund, Natoma Harris, Chris Scanlon, Kieron Scanlon. * TWO ACT MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE WITH LIVE BAND * Doors open 6:45pm. Patrons to be seated by 7:25pm. Performance commences 7:30pm. Lockout period applies for patrons arriving after 7:25pm until suitable gap in performance. BLOOD BROTHERS - Book, Music and Lyrics by WILLY RUSSELL. An amateur production by arrangement with ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL on behalf of Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. @origintheatrical #origintheatrical #whyallaplayers #whyallalefthandclub #livetheatre #liveband #whyalla #bloodbrothersmusical #willyrussell

Mar 26

The Whyalla Players express our sincere gratitude to WDD Office Choice Whyalla for coming on board with a Platinum 2023 Season Sponsorship! Their generous support will help us to deliver our full and diverse program of plays, musicals and youth theatre to the stage this year. As an organisation that is 100% volunteer run and led, with no ongoing funding, we rely on the generous support of our sponsors such as WDD Office Choice Whyalla to be able to bring our high-quality theatrical productions to Whyalla. Although we have many talented and enthusiastic performers and backstage crew, we would not be able to perform without the financial support needed to provide our amazing sets, props and costumes. For further information about our full 2023 Season of Productions, or any of our sponsorship packages, please do not hesitate to contact us at secretary@whyallaplayers.org.au

Mar 8

2023 Whyalla Players Life Membership Recipients Congratulations to Hayley Saunders, Helen Coles, Jackie Golding and Chris Scanlon whom were each officially recognised for their commitment of service to the Whyalla Players. The Whyalla Players are proud to have such generous and committed members and are honoured to present each with Life Membership. Congratulations and THANK YOU Hayley, Helen, Jackie and Chris for your service.

Mar 8

On 6th March 2023 at our Annual General Meeting, we were delighted to present an Outstanding Dedication award to four of our most dedicated Life Members.
Steve Coles (2010), Robyn Payne (2000), Stewart Payne (2000) and Glen Smith (2004) have continued to share their expertise and time in all aspects of membership, contributing extensively to our ongoing success.
Congratulations
Steve, Robyn, Stewart and Glen. You are absolute legends and marvelous assets to the Whyalla Players.

Mar 5

The Whyalla Players express our sincere gratitude to our first 2023 Season Sponsor, McLeod's Whyalla Automotive! Their generous Platinum Sponsorship will help us to deliver our full and diverse program of plays, musicals and youth theatre to the stage this year. As an organisation that is 100% volunteer run and led, with no ongoing funding, we rely on the generous support of our sponsors such as #mcleodswhyalla to be able to bring our high-quality theatrical productions to Whyalla. Although we have many talented and enthusiastic performers and backstage crew, we would not be able to perform without the financial support needed to provide our amazing sets, props and costumes. For further information about our full 2023 Season of Productions, or any of our sponsorship packages, please to not hesitate to contact us at secretary@whyallaplayers.org.au

Mar 4

Join us at our AGM on Monday 6th March, 2023 commencing at 7:30pm. Members and general public welcome.
Secretary will be available from 7:00pm to accept final Management Committee nominations and membership payments. Committee nominations close at 7:15pm.
It is a requirement to be a financial (or life) member to be eligible to nominate for committee or to cast a vote in a committee election.
Join us for the review of our previous year, update on our strategic plan, election of our new committee and this year a special agenda item, awards of recognition.
For information prior to the evening to provide an apology, membership assistance or nomination assistance please contact secretary@whyallaplayers.org.au or call Tina on 0432 399 845.

Mar 2

Directed by Tracey Warncken, and by arrangement with Off The Wall Plays , the Whyalla Players are excited to present 5 EGGS LEFT, GRAY MATTERS and SAY WHAT? J�oin us for a night of cheeky ADULT comedy featuring the internal voices of the human psyche! *�When your reproductive system are two old spinsters with ONE job! *�When your brain threatens to shut up shop and quit its effective functioning! *�When the two sides of your brain have your life choices in chaos This is a fundraising event - there will be raffles and games and all proceeds will be donated to the Wellness Sisters. Thank you for helping us support a local group who support local women with cancer.

Mar 2

Directed by Tracey Warncken, and by arrangement with Off The Wall Plays , the Whyalla Players are excited to present 5 EGGS LEFT, GRAY MATTERS and SAY WHAT? J�oin us for a night of cheeky ADULT comedy featuring the internal voices of the human psyche! *�When your reproductive system are two old spinsters with ONE job! *�When your brain threatens to shut up shop and quit its effective functioning! *�When the two sides of your brain have your life choices in chaos This is a fundraising event - there will be raffles and games and all proceeds will be donated to the Wellness Sisters. Thank you for helping us support a local group who support local women with cancer.

Mar 2

Directed by Tracey Warncken, and by arrangement with Off The Wall Plays , the Whyalla Players are excited to present 5 EGGS LEFT, GRAY MATTERS and SAY WHAT? J�oin us for a night of cheeky ADULT comedy featuring the internal voices of the human psyche! *�When your reproductive system are two old spinsters with ONE job! *�When your brain threatens to shut up shop and quit its effective functioning! *�When the two sides of your brain have your life choices in chaos This is a fundraising event - there will be raffles and games and all proceeds will be donated to the Wellness Sisters. Thank you for helping us support a local group who support local women with cancer.

Feb 16

MARCH 24TH & 25TH 2023
WHYALLA LEFT HAND CLUB, DICK ST
WHYALLA, SA
A TRIPLE BILL OF ONE ACT PLAYS – DIRECTED BY TRACEY WARNCKEN
5 EGGS LEFT – BY THERESA STANKIEWICZ, FEATURING:
DEBORAH DAWSON, JACKIE GOLDING, TRACY HERITAGE
GRAY MATTERS – BY JEAN BLASIAR, FEATURING:
JAI GOLDING
SAY WHAT? – BY ASHLEY NADER, FEATURING:
RYLEE TONKIN, NICOLAAS VOORENDT, REBECCA MCMULLEN, JAMIE LYNCH
*BY ARRANGEMENT WITH OFF THE WALL PLAYS
*When your reproductive system are two old spinsters with ONE job!
*When the two sides of your brain have your life choices in chaos!
*When your brain threatens to shut up shop and quit its effective functioning!
Join us for a triple-bill of cheeky ADULT Comedies featuring the internal voices of the Human Psyche. #whyallaplayers #communitytheatre #oneactplays #comedy

Nov 8

Snow's waited her whole life to meet a Prince, will she get her fairytale ending? There’s only one way to find out…..get your tickets here https://whyallaplayers.org.au/upcoming-productions/ #whyallaplayers #communitytheatre #snowwhite #pantomime

Nov 6

🍎MEET THE EVIL QUEEN🍎 NAME 🍎 Queen Grimelza Prunella Brunehilde the Third OCCUPATION 🍎 Queen! LIKES 🍎 My beautiful face, my 75 step skincare regimen, mirrors DISLIKES 🍎 Fairies, Snow White FAVOURITE FOOD 🍎 Apples FUTURE GOALS 🍎 I am already the most beautiful woman in the world. What else is there to achieve? Have you got your tickets to SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS yet? Make sure you do, we need all the help we can get to boo this evil Queen away! Tickets and show information available here https://whyallaplayers.org.au/upcoming-productions/ #snowwhiteandthesevendwarfs #whyallaplayers #communitytheatre #pantomime

Oct 29

Professor Wonderwings, our Fairy expert in all sorts of things, invites you to purchase your tickets for SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS! We think she’s on the look out for new fairies to recruit……come along and find out for yourself! 🧚🏻 🍎Friday November 18th at 7.30pm
🍎Saturday November 19th at 2pm and 7.30pm
🍎D’Faces Hall, Visvount Slim Avenue. To purchase tickets head to our website -
https://whyallaplayers.org.au/upcoming-productions/ #whyallaplayers #pantomimes #snowwhiteandthesevendwarfs #communitytheatre

Oct 12

Meet the cast! Sebastian, Jazmyn and Rylee play Stinkwort, Bogwort and Danny in our production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, coming to Whyalla in November. Tickets are on sale soon, make sure you’re in the audience to see these wicked woodmen and happy-go-lucky kitchen boy! #whyalla #theatre #snowwhite #pantomime #eyrepeninsula #countryartssa #unearth

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